The Polyphonic Spree

The Polyphonic Spree

Keynote Speaker: The Polyphonic Spree is a choral symphonic pop rock band from Dallas, Texas that was formed in 2000 by lead singer Tim DeLaughter.

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The Polyphonic Spree Biography

The Polyphonic Spree is a choral symphonic pop rock band from Dallas, Texas that was formed in 2000 by lead singer Tim DeLaughter. The band’s sound relies on a variety of vocal and instrumental color by featuring a choir, flute, trumpet, trombone, violin, viola, cello, percussion, piano, guitars, bass, drums, electronic keyboards, and EWI. St. Vincent is a former member of the band.

DeLaughter's previous group, Tripping Daisy, came to an abrupt end in 1999 when guitarist Wes Berggren died of a drug overdose. Making The Polyphonic Spree a reality was, in part, a reaction to his death.

In 2000, DeLaughter collaborated with twelve other musicians, trying to put a sound together that reflected the music he grew up with. Within two weeks, The Polyphonic Spree created a 30-minute set, donned their signature white choir robes and performed their first live show.

Shortly after their first show, twelve more musicians joined the band and they recorded “The Beginning Stages of ... The Polyphonic Spree,” which contained all nine songs (sections) written for their first show, plus a tenth track (“Section 10 – Long Day”). The album, released in 2002, was intended to serve as a demo recording to garner interest in booking the band for live performances. Several of the tracks on the album appeared in television commercials and feature films which brought them to greater popularity.

In 2004, Hollywood Records released their second album, “Together We're Heavy.” It reached #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart. The album included the hit singles “Hold Me Now” and “Two Thousand Places.” The subsequent tour saw the band sporting colorful robes instead of their typically all-white attire.

2005 saw the release of “Thumbsucker,” a feature film by Mike Mills, with a score composed by Tim DeLaughter and performed by The Polyphonic Spree. The band released their third complete album “The Fragile Army” in June 2007, produced by John Congleton. The Polyphonic Spree dropped their robes for their 2007 tours, and opted for black army outfits, while continuing to don the classic white robes during encores.

In July 2011, the band released an interactive music video app for iOS devices called Bullseye, featuring the first single from an upcoming collection of songs.

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Polyphonic Spree "Lithium" Music Video - YouTube

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Speaking fees for The Polyphonic Spree, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire The Polyphonic Spree, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does The Polyphonic Spree speak about?

The Polyphonic Spree is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.

Who is the agent for The Polyphonic Spree?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like The Polyphonic Spree for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book The Polyphonic Spree for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host The Polyphonic Spree or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


The Polyphonic Spree is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book The Polyphonic Spree for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. The Polyphonic Spree can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chappell Roan, Deniece Williams and Ximena Sariñana. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling The Polyphonic Spree for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

The Polyphonic Spree Videos

Polyphonic Spree "Lithium" Music Video - YouTube

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  • How do I book The Polyphonic Spree to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like The Polyphonic Spree for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for The Polyphonic Spree, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for The Polyphonic Spree or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book The Polyphonic Spree for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for The Polyphonic Spree, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire The Polyphonic Spree, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does The Polyphonic Spree speak about?

    The Polyphonic Spree is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.
  • Who is the agent for The Polyphonic Spree?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like The Polyphonic Spree for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book The Polyphonic Spree for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host The Polyphonic Spree or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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